Controller H.F. Lenz Engineeringis seeking a highly motivatedControllerto join our team inJohnstown, PA. As Controller, you will play a critical role in overseeing the financial operations of our organization, ensuring the integrity of our financial processes and compliance. The Controller will lead budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, payroll, compliance and reporting, working closely with leadership to drive financial strategy. In business for over 75 years, H.F. Lenz is a growing, nationally recognized consulting engineering firm focused on building systems engineering and design for commercial buildings. With office locations in PA, OH and CT, our project portfolio and clients span the country and include various commercial markets such as higher education, healthcare, retail, industrial, government and mission critical facilities. Learn more at our website:www.hflenz.com Key Responsibilities + Manage all aspects of financial operations, including general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, billing, collections and payroll. + Prepare and distribute financial reports to support decision making and provide recommendations and guidance to Board of Directors. + Develop, maintain and monitor company budgets for forecasting and planning financial goals, ensuring alignment with company objectives. + Complete month-end close and year-end close. + Manage/collaborate with annual third-party audit. + Ensure compliance with accounting standards, industry regulations, and company policies. + Identify and mitigate financial risks, including analyzing WIP (work-in-progress) for proper control over company/project costs and expenses. + Collaborate and provide financial oversight with cross-functional teams across the company. + Oversee and manage the time collection and payroll process. + Assist with benefits and insurance programs, compensation and contract management. + Work with vendors and brokers to provide the best possible solutions for General Liability, Worker's Comp, Professional Liability and other insurances. + Manage corporate investment strategy and 401(k) Plan. + Supervise and lead a team of accounting professionals. + Continuously evaluate and enhance financial processes, programs and controls. + Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including banks, vendors and auditors. + Oversee corporate auto fleet. Qualifications + Bachelor's degree, Accounting or Finance is required. + CPA/CMA is preferred. + Minimum 15 years general accounting experience including experience budgeting, forecasting, financial compliance and reporting, and payroll administration. + Experience working with MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams. Working knowledge of Deltek Vision/Vantagepoint and ERP systems would be helpful. + Effective communication and interpersonal skills are required, with the ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels. + Strong leadership and team management skills is required. + Detail-oriented, with the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. HFL offers an industry leading compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurances; FSA and Aflac coverage options; Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Other benefits offered include Paid Time Off (PTO); Paid Holidays; 401k with company matching; End of Year Bonus; Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Pay Down programs.To apply, visitwww.hflenz.comand click on the Careers tab, then click to view openings.EOE/Veterans/DisabledFollowing receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to humanresources@hflenz.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying. Staffing Requisition #: 2025-003 Qualifications: + + Requirements: + + Job Overview + Date Posted: February 12, 2025 +